Are you a student or alum looking to enhance your personal and professional development? Do you wish to connect with individuals who can guide and support you in your journey? Look no further! We are thrilled to announce the launch of MentorGrinnell, a cutting-edge platform designed to foster meaningful connections between students and alums through mentorship.
Why participate in MentorGrinnell?
Mentorship is a vital aspect of personal growth, and Grinnell College believes in empowering its community members through this experience. By participating in MentorGrinnell as a mentor or mentee, you open the doors to opportunities and benefits.
Join your fellow Grinnellians and express your interest in an upcoming cohort session by filling out this short form. Once the session opens, we will reach out to you to bring you onto the site. Then, you can set up your MentorGrinnell profile.
With interest from a possible mentee or help from the platform’s algorithm, we will match you based on your unique skills and goals. The platform allows you to schedule sessions based on your availability, customize agendas, notes, and checklists, and monitor your mentorship progress.
Cohorts
We are bringing different career industries or identities onto the site. These groups are called cohorts. Join your fellow Grinnellians and express your interest in an upcoming cohort session by filling out this short form. Below you will find this year’s cohort schedule.
Technology + Data (NEW DATES)
October 5–November 9
Careers in Nonprofits
October 5–November 9
First Generation
October 23–December 4
Arts, Media + Communications
November 3–December 7
Science, Engineering + Sustainability
October 24–November 28
Health Professions
February 2–March 8
Government, Law + Policy
February 23–April 5
Education, Counseling + Library Science
March 7–April 11
Business + Finance
April 5–May 10
Support at Every Step
Grinnell College is committed to your success in the mentorship program. We are here to support you throughout your journey, answering any questions, and ensuring that you receive the full benefits of MentorGrinnell. If you need assistance, please contact Jessica Stewart, senior associate director of alumni and donor relations at stewarje@grinnell.edu.
Jessica Stewart, she/her, is a seasoned development and alumni relations professional. As a senior associate director of alumni and donor relations at Grinnell College, she is passionate about creating robust engagement opportunities and amazing experiences for alumni and students. Jessica is creative, looking for innovative and meaningful ways to address challenges. A graduate of the University of Mount Union with a degree in communication, she recently completed her master’s in higher education administration at Pennsylvania State University. Jessica lives outside of Des Moines with her husband and their dogs, Oscar and Pip.
